Job Description
Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: Up to £40,900
Contract: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Home Manager to join a well-established provider of high-quality residential care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Support Worker or existing Deputy to take the next step in their career, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering exceptional care, promoting positive outcomes, and ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards and safeguarding procedures.
* Lead, coach, and mentor a dedicated care team to deliver consistent, child-centred support.
* Contribute to care planning and risk management to promote the wellbeing and development of each young person.
* Assist in managing staff rotas, budgets, and administrative duties to ensure smooth service delivery.
* Foster a positive, structured environment that supports young people to build resilience and achieve personal goals.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive Salary with additional sleep-in payments.
* Excellent Training & Development – fully funded qualifications and ongoing professional learning.
* Clear Career Progression pathways with opportunities to move into senior management.
* Supportive Working Culture – regular supervision, performance reviews, and team meetings.
* Comprehensive Induction Programme to help you succeed from day one.
* Paid training and development programmes
* Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
* Pension scheme
* Blue Light Card discounts
* Free meals during shifts
* Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing support
* Staff referral bonus scheme
* 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Free enhanced DBS check
Candidate Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ experience within a children’s residential setting at Senior or Deputy level.
* Level 3 Diploma (NVQ/QCF) in Children and Young People or equivalent.
* Sound knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and care standards.
* Confident in rota planning, budgeting, and staff supervision.
* Full UK driving licence.
Please submit your CV to harvey.johnston@cpl.com